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She’d I’ve heard religious people say that “They put on their pants just like every- and unassailable value, reshaped endlessly once been taught to respect others, appar- we’re all equal in God’s eyes. But I expect body else.” in unique physiologies. And each of us ently (her mother a Scottish immigrant; her us all to be equal in each other’s eyes, too. Remember that old saw? carries that humanity in equal measure, father a New York Jew and a G.I.), because That should be a cultural imperative in the Maybe you heard it from your parents or whatever our talents. she taught it herself — in part by offering United States. It should be taught in every your teacher or your coach or your mentor. We know that, most of us, but too often students quick glimpses of worlds other home and school. We all put our pants on Or your drill instructor, but he would have we seem to forget. Which makes me won- than their own. the same way. So don’t treat the next fella said, “trousers.” der if a notion so simple in the recogni- But to do that required not only a cavalierly. And maybe it’s true — pants, trousers tion but sometimes so challenging in the creative vision for living, but also the I try to practice it in living and writing, or skirts. application — respect for others — is being kind of creativity that one uses to soften because I think it adds to our strength. They put them on like everybody else. taught in school. starched-shirt regulations and regula- When I write profiles about people with As a metaphor, it’s one of the greatest We can’t know if it’s being taught at tors. She shouldn’t have had to work whom I may disagree deeply on some equalizers ever molded by Americans. home until we read the book of character that hard to do it right, but since she did, issues, for example, I always approach Is that man rich? Does that woman come outside the home — until we see somebody she did. them sympathetically. I figure they will equipped with the title “boss?” Is he a star in action. By the end of the school year, that teach- inevitably have strengths I won’t, and know or is she the owner? But in school we can insist: Respect has er had 22 very different children living on things I don’t. I try to consider them teach- And you — when you pull on your to be taught. Creatively, if necessary. the same page, in the same culture. ers of a kind — and I look for something, pants or your skirt, do you go to work at Public education in Florida provides And she had taught them something that some one thing, that we hold in common Walmart, or lay asphalt, or wait tables, less wiggle room for teacher creativity appeared in no method-derived textbook or that makes me proud. or pick up trash and haul it to the county than once upon a time. Right down to the written by people with Ed.D. doctorates: Rarely or never do I fail to find it. incinerator? Do you serve doughnuts, kindergarten level, teachers are required to that they all put their pants on (or their We, all of us, don’t have to agree with or run the IT department, or harvest follow texts approved by the state strictly, dresses) the same way, even if they came each other or even to understand each tomatoes and watermelons or take calls and to maintain a steady flow of paperwork from Holland, could paint flowers and other fully, to be proud of each other. To be and keep the books in somebody else’s that traces their progress with students, fields so you would never see them the glad to stand in the same world and draw business? day by day. same way again, were missing an ear and breath from the same natural bank, with Are you marketing another pant-wear- Years ago, when my son’s kindergarten had been dead for 120 years. each other. er’s dream? teacher wanted to introduce a glimpse of She taught them that each was worthy, And why? No matter, here in the United States. We the art of Van Gogh to her class of black, that each could learn A,B,Cs and 1,2,3s Because we all put our pants on the all put our pants on the same way. Don’t white and brown schoolchildren — little in English, together. Some were and same way. ■ we? We’re all human beings, no one person bright faces from suburb or city street, still are better at it than others, but that more valuable than another, at the core. from gated community or migrant com- didn’t matter. — This column first appeared in June Bank accounts and stock investments munity — she had to get permission from She taught them that every human is a 2014. don’t define us. Privilege and station at the principal. brush stroke laid down from the palette

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At least 136 individual manatee other wildlife thriving in areas they are deaths were confi rmed as a result of not normally seen. However, as stay-at- watercraft impact, crushing, propeller home orders change, and the summer wounds, or any combination of these. Lee season approaches, it is as important as County topped Florida counties with 26 ever for boaters to be safe and look for watercraft collision deaths, followed by manatees while on the water. Save the Brevard with 16 and Volusia with 12. Manatee Club urges boaters to follow manatee-safe boating tips as they return to their favorite pastime. COUNTY WATERCRAFT-RELATED DEATHS During the summer, manatees can be Brevard 16 found in fresh, brackish and salt water BBrowardroward 3 throughout Florida and their seasonal Charlotte 4 range in Alabama, Georgia, South Caro- Citrus 7 lina and other coastal states. Collier 6 They may have entered areas that DDuvaluval 4 are new to them as boat traffic lessened Glades 3 during recent restrictions. With this in HernandoHernando 2 mind, boaters must keep a watchful eye. Hillsborough 7 Unfortunately, last year a new record was set for watercraft-related manatee IndianIndian RiverRiver 4 mortalities in Florida. Lake 1 At least 136 individual manatee deaths LLeeee 26 were confirmed as a result of watercraft Levy 2 impact, crushing, propeller wounds, or ManateeManatee 5 any combination of these. Yearly comparison Martin 2 Those that do survive strikes may ing or texting [email protected], or Miami-DadeMiami-Dade 6 Watercraft-related manatee deaths were require rescue by wildlife officials and using VHF Channel 16. For more infor- Monroe 5 the highest percentage of overall deaths in several months of rehabilitation. In mation, or to report manatees outside of OkeechbeeOkeechbee 1 2019. Below are mortality comparisons for addition, some injured manatees may Florida, go to www.savethemanatee.org/ Palm Beach 5 never be reported and must live with 2013 through 2019. rescue. PascoPasco 1 painful injuries. WATERCRAFT ■ Wear polarized sunglasses to help Pinellas 7 Because manatees are herbivores and YEAR TOTAL -RELATED see below the water’s surface, and look have no natural predators, they are SarasotaSarasota 2 2019 606 136 (22%) for manatees’ snouts, backs, tails, flippers generally slow-moving, having never St. Lucie 1 2018 824 124 (15%) and “footprints,” or circles on the surface developed hunting or defensive skills. TaylorTaylor 1 2017 538 111 (21%) created when the manatee swims. 12 They also need to surface to breathe air 2016 520 106 (20%) Volusia and prefer shallow water where they ■ If you encounter a manatee, cut 3 2015 405 86 (21%) WakullaWakulla 3 feed on aquatic vegetation. your motor, maintain a safe distance, 136 2014 371 69 (19%) Total “Research shows that manatees have and do not feed it or give it water from a been documented in particular areas 2013 830 73 (9%) hose, as this can alter manatees’ natural SOURCE: MYFWC.COM to feed, rest or travel,” explains Pat- SOURCE: MYFWC.COM behavior and put them in danger. rick Rose, aquatic biologist and execu- tive director of Save the Manatee Club. been within just an inch of losing their Read more tips and watch the video Save the Manatee Club was founded in “This is why it is imperative to boat lives.” “Boat Safely With Manatees” at www. 1981 by singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett slowly in these designated manatee pro- Here are some more manatee-safe savethemanatee.org/boatsafely. and former Florida Governor and U.S. tection areas, and to obey all posted boating reminders: “Boaters can be the greatest stewards Senator Bob Graham to protect manatees speed zones. 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COURTESY PHOTO Camilla Webster, “Darling Buds,” acrylic on canvas 18 x 24 inches, 2019. in Style Hindman to hold The Art Altruist’s auction to support artists The Art Altruist, a group of leading for these artists to shine as we navigate Palm Beach and Miami art experts with the outlook for art fairs, galleries and a global reputation, is creating expe- museums into next year,” she said in a riences to sustain artists and the art statement. world from crisis to recovery. Led by Artists who consign works to the Camilla Webster, Kate Waterhouse, Val- auction are dividing successful sales eray Francisco, Kay List and Guy Clark, with Art Synergy Aid. Led by gallerist they are partnering with Art Synergy and activist Rolando Chang Barrero, Art Aid, Juried Art Services and The Cul- Synergy has a strong record of deliver- tural Council for Palm Beach County to ing exhibits, art development and art drive money to the artist community, as supplies to local community. “We hope well as Art Palm Beach, the Armory Art to raise $100,000 for artists and the arts Center and the Norton Museum of Art, community in Palm Beach this year,” to connect with collectors and enthusi- Guy Clark, Art Altruist founding mem- asts. Their first sale with Hindman Auc- ber and director of finance, said in the tions will support Palm Beach County’s statement. Sales also will support and Art Synergy Aid Fund. The fund will highlight the work of exceptional living distribute $500 grants to artists in crisis artists in the U.S. and from around the via a juried selection process. world. Works go under the hammer at noon Additional information will be avail- May 29. Ms. Waterhouse, an indepen- able at www.theartaltruist.com. dent art adviser, will oversee the items. “We have the opportunity to intro- Also from Hindman duce some phenomenal work by artists Jewelry and fine art specialists from Cheryl Maeder, Steven Rudin, Camilla Hindman will be available for compli- Webster and Zachary Zaitzeff, among mentary auction estimates June 3-5 in others, who with their own following West Palm Beach. Call or email Sarah will feature alongside artists such as Roy to schedule a personal appoint- Walker Evans and Hunt Slonem. We are ment with a specialist at 561-833-8053 or excited about this unique opportunity [email protected]. ■

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cian and clinical team directing their patients, vendors, physicians and all of care and trust that the medical center our team members. As the only hospital Steven SEELEY where they are undergoing treatment in Palm Beach County and the Treasure has taken every preventative measure Coast to use this innovative technology, Vice President, Chief Operating Officer to ensure their safety and well-being. Jupiter Medical Center can detect anyone Jupiter Medical Center www.jupitermed.com/first-in-safety with a fever, more accurately and prevent “Elective” surgeries them from entering the hospital and elim- are medically necessary inating any potential contact between With Phase I of the reopening of When people hear the word “elec- patients and team members. Florida underway, Jupiter Medical Cen- tive” surgery, their first thought may Safety, quality among To sterilize all of our patient rooms ter has resumed providing “elective” be that these treatments aren’t criti- our highest priorities and procedure areas, Jupiter Medical procedures, surgeries and treatments. cally important. The reality is quite the Jupiter Medical Center has a long- Center is also the only medical center For the millions of patients across the opposite. standing reputation for providing the in Palm Beach County and the Trea- country who have been patiently wait- “Elective” procedures encompass a highest level of safety and quality in sure Coast to have fully deployed TruD ing to receive treatment for a variety of wide range of procedures used to treat our region. We have received national SmartUVC ultra-violet disinfection chronic illnesses, diseases and injuries, chronic conditions, relieve pain, restore recognition and accreditations, includ- robots, which use UV-light technology this resumption comes as a tremendous mobility, improve health and dramati- ing recently receiving an “A” safety to eliminate viruses and pathogens on relief. cally impact quality and length of life. grade from The Leapfrog Group for the surfaces. Having used this technology For Jupiter Medical Center, we have These procedures include cardiovascu- spring of 2020 and the highly coveted for more than four years, Jupiter Medi- diligently prepared and are pleased to lar surgeries, pediatric surgeries, gyne- 4-star safety and quality rating from cal Center is at the forefront of inno- get back to doing what we do best — cological surgeries, orthopedic surgi- the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid vation in utilizing safety and quality providing a full continuum of inpatient cal procedures, such as hip and knee Services (CMS). technologies. These investments and and outpatient medical services so vital replacements, spinal surgery, compre- Over the past several months, we practices have enabled us to maintain to the well-being of our community. hensive stroke, colonoscopies and other have implemented comprehensive safety our number one position in Palm Beach It is challenging to deal with a medi- procedures to diagnose and treat a wide measures that include screening any- County and the Treasure Coast for cal crisis at any time. We also under- range of medical conditions. one who enters the hospital, restrict- safety, quality and patient satisfaction. stand that the current situation may For the many patients in our com- ing visitors and using other protective As we move forward in the “new” be adding another layer of anxiety and munity who have not been able to equipment per CDC recommendations. normal, we are confident that the safety reluctance in seeking treatment. We receive care during this time for condi- We have altered check-in and waiting measures we have taken will reassure want the residents of Palm Beach Coun- tions such as heart failure, heart rhythm room procedures to allow those in our community to ty and the greater Treasure Coast com- disorders, diabetes and asthma, their for social distancing. seek the help and treatment munity to know that Jupiter Medical conditions have gone untreated and We also have deployed they need during this time. Center, as always, is here to help them may have worsened. The resumption of state-of-the-art technologies As always in times of need, and their loved ones receive care in the “elective” procedures also means that to create the safest possible Jupiter Medical Center and safest of environments. patients who need preventive care such healthcare environment. We the remarkable #Health- For consumers of healthcare, we as screenings, mammograms and other are the only hospital in the region using CareHeroes who serve our community know that trust is most important in forms of diagnostic imaging now have Care.ai facial scanning systems at each with distinction and honor are ready to making healthcare decisions; trust in access to identify and treat diseases at entrance to check the body temperature serve those in our community who need knowing they have the right physi- an early stage before they progress. of anyone entering the hospital, including our help the most. ■

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June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness and donors at more than 75 chapters in ■ Lifestyle interventions Elder Affairs and program manager Amy Month, a time to educate the commu- order to grow understanding of the asso- In addition, Mr. Hill will discuss how Schenk, RN, BSN, MSEd, CDP, a certified nity about Alzheimer’s disease and demen- ciation’s role in accelerating Alzheimer’s policy intersects and drives necessary dementia practitioner. tia. On June 12, the Florida chapters of the research and to share scientific updates. change in Alzheimer’s and dementia “As we continue to advocate for more Alzheimer’s Association will host a free Prior to joining the association, Mr. health care. research, programs, services and funding, educational event for people with early- Hill served as director, Office of Special “Diversity and Alzheimer’s research we want to be sure that everyone we serve stage dementia, their caregivers and the Populations at the National Institutes on is fundamental to protecting the public has access to all the information they need professionals who treat them. The Demen- Aging. In his six years at the NIA, he led health of a nation when all people are liv- to feel empowered and confident in fac- tia Research and Policy Summit: Diver- the development of the Health Dispari- ing longer,” he says. “A lack of ing the many challenges this sity an Important Frontier in Alzheimer’s ties Research Framework, which stimu- diverse participation and per- disease presents,” says Angela Research will feature keynote speaker Carl lates studies focused on health disparities spective reduces our chances McAuley, regional leader for V. Hill, Ph.D., MPH. related to aging. to understand how this devas- the Alzheimer’s Association. As vice president of scientific engage- Topics discussed during the June 12 tating disease develops in all The interactive virtual sum- ment at the Alzheimer’s Association, Mr. summit will include: U.S. groups. It’s a double jeopardy for mit will begin at 1 p.m. and will include Hill oversees strategic efforts to create ■ Health equity in Alzheimer’s and health disparities research and equity in time for questions from participants. global awareness of the association’s inter- dementia research the United States.” There is no cost to attend, but registra- national research program. He also leads ■ Early detection and diagnosis The summit will feature Secretary Rich- tion is required. To sign up, call 800-272- outreach to a network of staff, volunteers ■ The latest advances in clinical trials ard Prudom of the Florida Department of 3900 or go to www.alz.org/crf. ■

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BRIAN TIETZ PHOTO Astroscientist Derek Buzasi uses light to probe stars in search for extraterrestrial life.

as asteroseismology pioneer for future so when there’s someone aboard who way it is. All of the things we do are sort missions. His ever-growing CV includes you know going up or some instrument of aimed at that,” Mr. Buzasi explains. PLANETS detector scientist for the Cosmic Origins or payload that really means something “Understanding stars is one aspect of From page 1 Spectrograph aboard the Hubble Space to you. When Kepler and TESS went that and that’s the aspect I work on, but Telescope, principal investigator for up, those were personally meaningful there are others as well; there are people oscillations. For stars, asteroseismology the ongoing WIRE mission and science to me.” who do cosmology and other kinds of helps tell us their age and how long their team member for NASA’s planet-fi nding Mr. Buzasi’s own space journey really things who look at the universe on dif- galaxies may be around, while for plan- Kepler mission. The 26 WIRE stars that took off when NASA accepted his plan B ferent scales. Most of the work that I do ets, it may spot so-called “rocky” globes his team studied between 1999 and 2006 for WIRE and allowed him to focus on is aimed at understanding more locally, that could support life as we know it. are now the focus of his new project asteroseismology, its systematic obser- so we look at the history of the Milky “Think of oscillations as soundwaves,” with NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Sur- vation of how stars age and what those Way.” he suggests. “It’s as if you were listening vey Satellite, which launched in April effects can be on the planets that orbit Like people, stars slow down as they to a bell with instruments and trying 2019. Mr. Buzasi and his FGCU team are them. age. What would happen if our Sun’s to use that information, working back- already busy analyzing the data TESS “The fi rst funded expeditions for a rotation slowed by half? Mr. Buzasi says wards, to fi gure out how the bell is made. began delivering late last year. spacecraft to do stuff like this was really that, while our middle-aged Sun isn’t That’s really what we are doing.” How did a clear-eyed guy like Mr. focused on looking at planets instead likely to come to a full stop, learning While scientists began using astero- Buzasi get the stars in his eyes? of stars,” he says. “WIRE really was a more about it is a top priority to address seismology in the 1960s to study our own “I became interested in astronomy pathfi nder. The missions that came after climate change. sun from the Earth, Mr. Buzasi kicked it when I was pretty little,” he admits. all used the WIRE experience we had to “What fundamentally drives our cli- into space in 1999 when he convinced “My third-grade teacher’s husband was learn how to do, and we all shared data. mate is the sun. What we do to affect the NASA to let his scientifi c team help the eighth-grade science teacher, and We speculated that we’d see oscillations Earth’s atmosphere and magnetic fi elds salvage its aborted Wide-fi eld Infrared he brought in a telescope and set it up in these stars and what maybe we could all have an effect, but what ultimately Explorer satellite mission to study stars one evening at school, and I was sold do with that, but nobody had really done drives whether the Earth is habitable or and planets in starburst galaxies. To Mr. and never really gave it up. I did a lot of it at that point.” not is the sun. If the sun starts fl aring Buzasi, then a research physicist with reading on my own and that got me into What was it like to be the fi rst human like crazy all the time, that’s going to the Space Sciences Laboratory at the it even more. So when I went to graduate to receive that mini-telescope’s stellar have a signifi cant bad impact on habit- University of California, Berkeley, the school in astronomy (he earned his Ph.D. imagery? ability. So when we want to understand tiny 2-inch telescope installed on WIRE in astronomy at Penn State), my adviser “It was pretty exciting, because you the sun — how it might evolve with time, for navigational purposes presented an took me out to Arizona to observe and were seeing something that no one else how it might change and how it behaved unprecedented opportunity to explore be on the telescope, and that was pretty had seen, and you can’t see it from in the past to make the atmosphere of the oscillations of a virtually unchart- magical and really sold the deal for me.” Earth,” he recalls. “It wasn’t as easy as the Earth the way that it is now — that’s ed universe of stars without having to Mr. Buzasi also met and married that, because it needed a lot of process- the role to which TESS and Kepler and squint through Earth’s atmosphere. his wife, Heather Preston, after star- ing, but still, even the raw data before we those sorts of missions are relevant.” Since WIRE was still in orbit, NASA gazing with his fellow astronomer in learned how to handle all the systemat- The good news is, Mr. Buzasi’s break- agreed to let Mr. Buzasi harvest all the grad school at the National Observatory. ics was better than anything we could do through with NASA will soon fi ll the oscillations he could from its $73 million Ms. Preston now serves as planetarium from the ground at that time.” astronomer’s plate: Where WIRE pro- satellite, having aborted its original mis- director at Calusa Nature Center and In September 2019, the National Sci- vided telescopic access from space to sion shortly after takeoff due to prema- Planetarium in Fort Myers. They have ence Foundation awarded a $400,000 observe more than 100 stars, the second ture ejection of the spacecraft’s aperture one son, Grant, a political science major. grant to an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Kepler mission will unveil up to 1,000, cover. WIRE eventually reentered the In his spare time, Mr. Buzasi is fi nishing University project headed by Mr. Buzasi and TESS will provide a bumper crop Earth’s atmosphere on May 10, 2011, 18 up his duty in the Navy Reserve, where and Embry-Riddle professors Tomomi of 20 million. Studying stars via astero- months after the follow-up WISE satel- he serves as engineering duty offi cer Otani and Terry Oswalt to study Kepler seismology will continue to reveal man- lite was placed into orbit. Mr. Buzasi and with the rank of commander. and TESS data on 3,400 “star pairs” kind’s options should the Earth one day team would harvest galaxies of starlight Intrigued by space, was he ever tempt- (stars that orbit each other). The proj- prove inhabitable. data from both. ed to become an astronaut? ect team will use asteroseismology to “How do you make planets? Where “I was really lucky to be in the right “Oh, I applied long ago to be an astro- explore which stars are most likely to do you make planets? Eventually, we place at the right time,” Mr. Buzasi naut. If I had the opportunity, I would go. host habitable planets and how age want to fi nd potentially habitable plan- explains. “I had a good idea and I was I was interested, but I’m happy studying affects their rotation. ets because we’re interested in fi nding able to make people listen to me enough space; I don’t have to necessarily go While the newest stargazing technol- life now,” Mr. Buzasi sums up. “Knowing to let us try it. All of those pieces have there,” he said with a laugh. ogy has determined that star life lasts whether we’re alone or not has been a to fi t together. It was something that no As things turned out, the several roughly 10 billion years — our middle- question for thousands of years, and to one at that point was going to pay to do, NASA launches he has attended have aged Sun may be 4.6 billion years young know where to look, you need to under- but since we already had the spacecraft proven most fulfi lling. “My offi ce mate — solar age can factor heavily into both stand not just planets but the stars that up there that could be converted to that when I was a post-doc(toral), Ed Lu, climate change and the likelihood of life they orbit, where planets like ours are purpose, we were really in the right became an astronaut, so I actually came on other planets. In short, no sun, no likely to form.” ■ place.” to his fi rst launch (1997),” he says. fun. Once NASA saw space through his “Every launch is amazing and sort of “It’s wanting to know about the uni- — This story is reprinted from the eyes, Mr. Buzasi was given the green light magical in its own way, and even more verse we live in and how it got to be the spring 2020 issue of FGCU360 magazine. PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 NEWS A9 The Lord’s Place receives top marks from Charity Navigator

The Lord’s Place works to break the indicating that The cycle of homelessness. Lord’s Place outper- And for the ninth consecutive year, forms most other The Lord’s Place has received a four- charities in America, star rating from Charity Navigator, the according to Charity nation’s largest evaluator of nonprofit Navigator. organizations. This is the highest pos- “We are grateful sible rating, denoting “strong financial for all of our sup- health and a commitment to account- porters and loyal ability and transparency,” according to THORNBURGH donors,” The Lord’s Charity Navigator. Place Board Chair “With more than Cornie Thornburgh said in a statement. 1.5 million American “Our commitment to shepherding their COURTESY PHOTOS charities, Charity gifts to break the cycle of homelessness McKenna Kellon, Sylvia Hooks, Sarah Thomas and Cleveland Mack model their graduation caps and gowns, which were provided by GL Homes in partnership with The Lord’s Place. Navigator aims to starts from the moment they support accentuate the work The Lord’s Place. Together, we can be of efficient and proud of transforming the lives of our transparent organi- most vulnerable neighbors.” Builder provides graduation zations,” the group The Lord’s Place works to provide wrote in a letter to The Lord’s Place solutions that break the cycle of home- announcing its rating. “The intent of lessness for the most vulnerable and for formerly homeless teens our work is to provide donors neglected in Palm Beach GL Homes partnered with The with essential information to County. The social impact Lord’s Place to provide a graduation give them greater confidence agency has been serving experience for four of its formerly in both the charitable deci- men, women and families in homeless teens who were graduating sions that they make and the our community for 40 years. from high school. nonprofit sector.” It says its services are constantly evolv- Since all schools are conducting vir- The Lord’s Place is among only 3% of ing to end local homelessness for good. tual graduation ceremonies, GL Homes charities nationwide that have received For more information, call 561-494-0125 bought each student a cap and gown, in ■ at least nine consecutive four-star ratings, or visit www.thelordsplace.org. matching school colors, hired a profes- sional photographer to take their grad- uation photos and included the picture frames so their families will have a keepsake, provided bouquets of flow- Cleveland Mack poses in his graduation cap ers and ordered cookie platters from and gown for a professional portrait. Joshua Catering Co., a social enterprise division of The Lord’s Place. High School; McKenna Kellon, 17, Palm The students were Sarah Thomas, Beach Maritime Academy; and Cleve- 17, from Riviera Beach Prep School; land Mack, 19, Lake Worth High School. Sylvia Hooks, 18, Palm Beach Lakes All want to pursue college. ■

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BY EVAN WILLIAMS streaming shows, “House of Cards,” Most popular genres before and during quarantine debuted in 2013. That same year, the ewilliams@fl oridaweekly.com Top 10 TV show genres before and during shelter in place. classic “Breaking Bad” reached its fi nale. During the fi rst months of the pan- Jan. 26 to March 14 March 15 to May 2 “The fi rst time I binged was ‘Break- ing Bad’ when I visited my parents in demic lockdown, for someone lucky PRE-QUARANTINE DURING QUARANTINE Buffalo, N.Y., a few summers ago,” said enough to have a great job and comfort- Drama 16.48% Drama 15.76% Jennifer Huber, a travel blogger known able East Fort Myers studio, whose main Action & Adventure 10.56% Action & Adventure 10.88% obligation to society seemed to be to as Solo Travel Girl and public relations Thriller 9.81% S Comedy 9.61% manager for Punta Gorda/Englewood simply exist, life could sometimes feel Mystery 9.41% T Thriller 9.37% like an endless snow day during high Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau. “It Comedy 9.04% T Mystery 9.06% school in Kansas. Buffeted yet protected got to be 1 a.m. and although I was tired, Crime S Sci-fi by the chaos outside, the noise on every- 5.62% 5.46% I remember telling (my dad), ‘Just one thing was turned down because social Romance 5.47% Romance 5.04% more!’ It ended up being three more and commercial pressures that normally Sci-fi 4.97% T Crime 4.95% until I fell asleep.” existed had suddenly dissipated, and Horror 4.26% S Fantasy 4.55% Since 2012, internet streaming has something spinning inside me came to Fantasy 4.08% T Horror 3.9% surged along with the number of new rest. shows. The fastest growing platform for SOURCE: REELGOOD.COM new shows is on streaming services such I started reading every morning, fi d- (however you wanted to defi ne it) was When the coronavirus caused us to stay dling around again on a guitar, taking as Netfl ix, Hulu and Amazon and on peaking as the way of the moment to home, it exploded. Streaming platforms the Disney+ and Apple TV+ platforms, long walks with no phone. And I spent consume “content,” that strange, corpo- hustled to add content — and resurrect- long stretches of six, seven hours or and the number of streamers will only rate word for often beautifully realized ed past movies and shows that quickly increase with NBCUniversal’s Peacock more watching — “streaming,” “binge works of art; though it serves well over- jumped in popularity — at a time when watching” — movies I had wanted to and WarnerMedia-backed HBO Max, the all as a way to describe the ocean of crap Hollywood was shut down. Subscribers Hollywood Reporter says. see like “The Long Goodbye” and “Dou- that is streaming media, hundreds of received emails and text messages hawk- ble Indemnity” and “The Andromeda FX says there were 530 new scripted shows and endless hours of video emp- ing what’s new — and what viewers shows distributed in 2019 alone, up 7% Strain,” and returning to ones that once tying into it every season, disappearing should watch now. The platforms, after brought me joy like “Top Gun” and from the year before. into an abyss. all, know what you’re watching. But it was not until the virus that “Field of Dreams” and anything with The word “binge” was fi rst used in Everyone, it seems, has binged at Gene Hackman. One endless Sunday binge watching really boomed. the mid-1800s and meant “to soak,” says least a show or two. Esquire magazine posted suggestions afternoon after watching Kevin Costner the Macmillan Dictionary blog. It was “One ... it was on Netfl ix … it was build a baseball diamond in an Iowa for people “looking for a new suspense- used to refer to eating and drinking in ‘Good Girls,’” said Matthew Oliver, 44, ful binge.” “Binge-watch” debuted in The cornfi eld, I took in a double feature, excess near the time of World War I. owner of Oliver’s Barber Shop in Naples. “Escape from New York” and “Escape New York Times Crossword puzzle on The phrase “binge watching” appeared “And then I’ve been watching ‘War of Feb. 28 with the clue “See the seasons from LA.” in 2003, but not in common conversation the Worlds’ on Epix. And then what else I was alone but not alone, at least in pass quickly?” Stephanie Davis, a Fort until 2012. was it? I binge-watched ‘Snowfall,’ that Myers writer and actor, recently posted this regard: people were in, streaming As consumers turned to streaming was on FX.” was up, and the idea of “binge watching” on Facebook, “Just binged ‘Hollywood’ platforms for TV, binge watching began. One of the early binged-watched — 7 episodes in 48 hours — so good!” PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 NEWS A11

Meanwhile, Netfl ix reported 15 mil- lion new subscribers in the fi rst quarter of 2020 (through March). Binge watching began to be something people referenced more often online, even if they didn’t understand exactly what it means. “What if we binged on six straight hours of people searching fi elds with metal detectors on YouTube?” asked Southwest Florida attorney Mary Eliza- beth Fletcher. “Because I did that. On a Saturday. Three weeks ago.” Well, Mary, that counts. For the record, Macmillan defi nes binge watch- ing simply as “the activity of watching TV for an extended period, e.g., several episodes of a series.” But the dictionary is only a starting point; the real meaning of words evolves in conversation. The writer and cultural commenta- tor Glenn Miller posted, “I don’t think I ever binge-watched anything before the pandemic. I’m not even sure of the defi - nition of binge watching. But hunkered down in The Hovel, my book-cluttered COURTESY IMAGE Fort Myers condo, I now have free HBO access. I’ve binge-watched ‘John Adams’ world in ‘Ozark.’” “I would stay awake all through the ing, you gain weight. I just fi nd that you and ‘The Plot Against America’ and Her close involvement with this night binge watching,” Mr. Famiglio told really have to prioritize your sleep.” ‘Band of Brothers’ and ‘Catherine the lengthy narrative might for some recall me, about the drama “24.” He’s also a big Typically she and her husband limit Great.’ I’m currently bingeing on and a literary experience. And isn’t the ideal fan of the show “Billions” and his guilty themselves to two episodes at a time of enjoying ‘The Newsroom.’” way to experience a great novel to do so pleasure is “Gossip Girl.” In the future, any given show. Other old favorites were coming back in a binge, becoming fully immersed in he sees virtual reality becoming a popu- “I need something light and entertain- for rounds of bingeing as well, from old its dream world in ways you never could lar way to stream shows. ing in this day of COVID-19,” she said. movies to beloved sitcoms, as people if you only picked it up once or twice a “It seems like (binge watching) has “There’s just too much out there that’s looked to comfort viewing. week? taken on a whole new meaning with this heavy and so fi nding shows that are dis- “People are obsessed with ‘The In giving a work your full and undi- lockdown,” he said. “It’s funny because tracting and light are helpful. It’s inter- Offi ce,’” noted West Palm Beach resident vided attention in this way, you’ve given it’s like forced binge watching instead of esting — a lot of my patients are telling Kate Eagleton, 23, who works as a social its creator the best chance at winning guilty-pleasure binge watching.” me they are re-watching shows that media manager with Venue Marketing you over with the tale. More and more these days, his binge- once gave them joy. So there’s a certain Group. “I always aim for a reading in one sit- ing has centered around on television generation that’s watching ‘Seinfeld’ and “Tiger King” and “Ozark” are her ting,” said the author Joan Didion in the news, which for many of us has become ‘Friends.’ Other generations are watch- ■ recent binges, a habit she is paradoxi- Paris Review in 2006 when asked about its own kind of entertainment, a grip- ing westerns and John Wayne movies.” cally disciplined about. how she envisions readers experiencing ping saga based on a true story, one “I feel like to me binge watching isn’t her nonfi ction masterpiece “The Year of that’s playing out in real time before our necessarily watching a ton of episodes Magical Thinking.” eyes. It’s such a hot mess we can’t put in a row but more like getting really “Binge watching reminds me of when it down. It’s a three-ring circus. And it’s In the KNOW invested in a show,” said Ms. Eagleton. the last Harry Potter book was released,” got everything: love, resilience, drama,

“Like the only show I’ve watched for the Ms. Huber a.k.a. Solo Travel Girl said. “I mystery, death and so much more. past month, maybe month and a half, was 30-something years old, at a book- “For me I think I’ve crossed the enter- Binge tips and sleeping has been ‘Ozark.’ Only one episode a day store at midnight, standing in line with tainment boundaries,” Mr. Famiglio said, or maybe two because that’s all I have a friend for books. We both stayed up all “with the different genres of new shows Dr. Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, medical director of Sleep Medicine for Millennium time for.” night reading it.” out there and political meanings of vari- Once in Nantucket at a local library ous networks. I binge between, going Physician Group She and her co-workers have also been in Fort Myers and discussing “Tiger King” on a regular there was a binge reading, so to speak, of back and forth between, the news net- “Moby-Dick,” recalls Mark P. Famiglio, works.” a board member basis. She described the show as “such a of the American That sounded stressful to me. hot mess you can’t put it down. It’s got the 65-year-old president and chairman Academy of Sleep everything: love, action, drama, murder, of the Sarasota Film Festival and a noted “It is stressful but it’s interesting,” Mr. Medicine, offers mystery. And obviously an amazing big industrialist. Famiglio said. “As you get into it you recommendations cast of tigers and lions.” The book was passed from reader start to understand it more as a circus about binge It’s a relief for her also, watching these to reader until its very end, the pur- on both sides, on all three or four sides watching and shows that don’t whisper a word about pose being that one could experience it — there’s probably even more than that.” sleep. the coronavirus when the rest of the whole. Said Eric Raddatz, director of the ABBASI-FEINBERG Could binge watching ultimately be Fort Myers Film Festival and Florida » It’s easy to lose world is saturated with news about it. track of time while Weekly presentation editor: “Where our “It’s weird, too, like watching a show the ideal way to consume the great mindlessly watching show after show. where they’re not social distancing, shows of the television era, when epic consumption of books had always been Instead, practice “mindful” viewing, such they’re not wearing storylines like those in “The Sopranos” on our time frame, television and mov- as watching only at certain times and masks, they’re giving developed the superior aesthetics of ies for many years has controlled when only one or two episodes. “Schedule each other hugs — shows like “True Detective,” offering a and where we plant in front of a screen your binge watching appropriately and obviously because combination that previously only fea- on someone else’s terms. With stream- take some time in between episodes and going to bed and then do something it’s not reality,” she ture fi lms could offer? Is bingeing good ing and video on demand, that has all for art? changed. Now we watch much like we calming and head to bed and really said. “It’s crazy to avoid using the iPad, phones, laptops think we’re going “It almost is more interactive when once read books — whenever the hell we you binge,” Mr. Famiglio said, “because want and for however the hell long we very close to your eyes close to bedtime. to look back at this I think those are really important issues.” and be like ‘remem- your mind kind of fl attens out the curve, want. Some stay more disciplined than ber when it was like puts things into perspective more quick- others as to the duration and frequency, » There may be positive health effects of FAMIGLIO this?’” ly (and) gets immersed in the fantasy.” I’m sure, but it is liberating when it mindful watching, too. “If you choose Her current favor- But in comparison to movies and TV, comes to getting other, more important things that help you cope or help you pass time or cheer you up in some way, ite show, “Ozark,” happens to be the a literary experience is more active. You things done in our lives.” must decipher the words so that the maybe it’s not as bad as we think of, number one most-watched show for the usually.” fi rst time during quarantine, among a story streams in your mind. Movies are Sleep survey of Reelgood users. The show more passive. Just sit back and mainline Based on a poll taken late last year, » Turn off electronics an hour or 90 offers viewers both escapism and a met- those images and sounds. 88% of Americans admitted they’d lost minutes before bed and don’t watch aphor for our times, a satisfying combo After getting hooked on a great show, sleep due to binge watching, said the anything too stimulating or too and one possible explanation for its it’s easy to ride that train all night. I did chief of the sleep police, Dr. Fariha depressing just before sleep. that with “House of Cards” and again Abbasi-Feinberg, otherwise known as popularity. Save the bedroom for sleep, not binge “For the longest time I thought ‘Ozark’ late last year with “The Marvelous Mrs. the medical director of Sleep Medicine » Maisel.” It did not feel like the time I lost for Millennium Physician Group in Fort watching. “I’m a big fan of telling people was about a serial killer in the woods honestly they should not be binge Myers and a board member of the Amer- but that’s not what it’s about at all,” myself inside the novel “Moby-Dick,” watching or working in your bedroom.” Ms. Eagleton said. “It’s really interest- one of the most immersive experiences ican Academy of Sleep Medicine. ing. This family from Chicago they got of my life. It felt more like a drug experi- Binge watching has become a major » Stay away especially from devices like involved with the Mexican cartel and ence, a night of doing cocaine. concern for sleep specialists because iPads or computers before bed. “That direct light exposure you get straight into they have to run away to the Ozarks and After watching all night I still needed sleep is a pillar of health along with more, some satisfactory conclusion or exercise and nutrition, she said. your eyes is a lot more harmful to your hide. And how this family reacts to the sleep and it often can delay your sleep new normal and all the craziness of it; revelation, but there were no episodes “Sleep is so very important,” she said. left and the next season wasn’t yet avail- “If you don’t sleep well it affects so many pattern because of the blue light that’s honestly, it’s pretty similar to some of emitted from a lot of these devices.” the craziness that’s going on right now able. The sun was coming up behind aspects of your life. Your mood, fatigue. with us. There’s a lot of chaos in their the blinds and a full work day loomed. I Your brain doesn’t function well, you never returned to it. have trouble learning and remember- A12 NEWS WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 www.FloridaWeekly.com PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY NEWS OF THE WEIRD BY THE EDITORS AT ANDREW MCMEEL Distributed by Universal Press Syndicate Fun with mannequins Why not? ■ Some sports teams eager to return had nothing to do with adult products,” In Japan, people are enlisting the help 23. Now, images of the spirit are appear- to the field have taken to placing card- the statement said, but the club admit- of a long-forgotten mythical creature ing over five continents, and in Japan, board figures of fans in stadium seats ted it had neglected to do a background believed to ward off plagues in their face masks and hand sanitizer with her to enhance the experience for viewers, check of the supplier, which makes sex battle against the coronavirus. Amabie, image are popular. One long-haul driver but the FC Seoul soccer club in South dolls. a mermaidlike being, first appeared in painted her on the side of his truck, say- Korea was forced to apologize May 18 ■ Dinner at the renowned three- Japanese folklore in 1846, when she was ing, “I travel all over the country with after propping up sex dolls in the seats Michelin-star Inn at Little Washing- reported to have appeared to a govern- my (goods) and Amabie to pray for the for its match against Gwangju FC, The ton in Virginia can set diners back ment official and predicted a rich harvest disease to go away.” Even the country’s New York Times reported. “We had a pretty penny — unless they’re not and a pandemic. She told the man the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare tried to add some fun in the no-spec- eating. When the Inn opens on May 29, pandemic could be thwarted by drawing has joined in, tweeting an image of Ama- tator match,” the club explained. “But some of its patrons will be mannequins, her likeness and sharing it with as many bie and encouraging people to “prevent we have not checked all the details, reported the Associated Press, attired people as possible, BBC reported on April the spread of the virus.” and that is clearly our fault.” “Details” in fancy 1940s clothing and placed stra- included the buxom physiques and tegically at tables to help with social obvious logos of sex toy marketers on distancing. “We’re all craving to gather Going the extra mile the dolls’ clothing that fans watching and see other people right now,” said A nurse in the western Russian city the Tula Regional Clinical Hospital that quickly noticed. “We had confirmed Patrick O’Connell, the Inn’s proprietor of Tula has been disciplined for “non- wearing clothing under the PPE was that although the mannequins were and chef. “They don’t all necessarily compliance with the requirements for “too hot” and that she didn’t realize the made to look just like real people, they need to be real people.” medical clothing” after photos appeared protective gear was see-through. The on social media of her wearing only a Scottish Sun reported on May 20 that bra and panties under transparent PPE patients didn’t seem to mind, though Homeschooling gone wild on a COVID-19 men-only ward. The one admitted there was “some embar- unnamed nurse told her superiors at rassment.” Parents have lodged complaints with parent, identified as Mrs. Taylor, said if the Archbishop Sentamu Academy in her daughter had searched these terms Hull, England, after discovering their on the internet, the results would have Oops seventh-, eighth- and ninth-graders “destroyed her mind” and “scarred her On May 15, staff at a Hamilton, Ontario, “alert” and was subsequently transferred were sent an exercise asking them for life.” The school responded saying, retirement home transferred all of its resi- to the hospital, the CBC reported. “This to define pornography, soft pornogra- “Students were not directed to research dents to a hospital because of an outbreak was clearly not something anybody would phy, hardcore pornography and other these topics themselves on the internet of COVID-19. That is, except for one. The have intended to do,” and the lack of sensitive subjects, such as human traf- because all the answers ... were con- following evening, after repeated alerts a master list of residents contributed to ficking and female genital mutilation. tained in the teacher-produced mate- from the man’s family, he was discovered the snafu, said Winnie Doyle, executive Hull Live reported on May 19 that the rials we shared.” Principal Chay Bell in his room at the Rosslyn Retirement vice president of clinical operations at the assignments were made as part of the apologized: “I am genuinely sorry for Residence by a security officer who had hospital where most of the residents were school’s sex education course, but one any upset caused at this difficult time.” been dispatched to look for him. He was sent. “This was ... extremely distressing.” ■ PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY BUSINESS

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Vehi- Have you ever wondered why virtu- cles will be built to order and delivered ally all car dealers do this? Imagine that within a week. The price you see will be you owned a Ford, Honda, Chevrolet or the price you pay, and you will be able Toyota dealership in Southeast Florida. to return the car for a full cash refund if Each of these car brands has as many as you change your mind. Service, mainte- 20 dealers and no fewer than 12 selling nance and repairs on modern vehicles is the IDENTICAL product. Toyota has minimal. Separate service centers will still 19 car dealerships between Fort Pierce This is the “Catch-22” and a dilemma to a different vehicle or a lease rather exist to handle this need. Service centers and Key West. Each Toyota dealer pays for all car dealers. A South Florida than a purchase. also will have new vehicles of each model Toyota the exact same price for their Honda dealer has EIGHTEEN other Car dealers see themselves as hav- for you to inspect and test drive. Tesla is cars; but Toyota dealers don’t sell those Honda dealers advertising the same ing no choice but to sell cars this way doing today exactly what I described, cars to their customers for the exact cars he sells. If you advertise a Honda if they’re to remain in business. They except for the one-week delivery time same price. They mark up each car as Accord for a higher price than most blame their actions on the auto fran- and unconditional moneyback guaran- much as they can — the highest price other Honda dealers, you won’t sell chise system and there is some truth to tee. that the customer will pay. If a Honda enough to meet your quota; if you this. But there’s a larger reason why car dealer sells 25 identical Honda Accords advertise that Honda Accord for a lower Apple sells you iPhones directly, but dealers get away with their deceptions. in a given month, the likelihood is that price, you’ll sell lots of Accords, but Toyota cannot sell you a Toyota directly; That is “because they can.” Auto manu- each sold for a different price; the typi- you’ll lose money on every car. car manufacturers MUST sell through facturers realize they’re stuck with the cal variation in profits on the identical Therefore, all Honda dealers and all their dealers. This system is mandated dealer franchise system and “if you can’t vehicle can range from a few hundred car dealers of all makes see only one and entrenched by state law in all 50 beat ’em, join ’em.” Auto manufacturers to a few thousand dollars. viable course of action. Advertise their states. The manufacturers created the have huge political lobbying clout and Let’s say you owned a Honda dealer- cars at a very low price, lower than their dealer franchise system in the early when you add the car dealers and their ship. The Honda manufacturer gives competition (and lower than they can or 20th century because they couldn’t sell associations’ money, state and federal you a quota — a minimum number will sell the car for), so that the custom- their cars fast enough directly. Once politicians have no choice but to “play of Hondas you must sell monthly and ers will come in to buy. Once the cus- a critical mass of dealers was created ball.” There are about 17,000 franchised annually to fulfill your contract allow- tomer is in the dealership, the “games by the auto manufacturers, the dealers car dealers. They have enormous lob- ing you to sell Hondas and often to begin” to raise the advertised price to organized and lobbied their state legis- bying power nationally through NADA, receive volume cash bonuses. The only a price as profitable to the dealer as latures to created laws protecting their the National Auto Dealers Association, way you can do this is to price your he can negotiate. The tools the dealers franchises from the manufacturers. The and they also have enormous lobbying Hondas “competitively.” But you also use to accomplish this are many hidden main reason they did this was because power in all 50 state legislatures. The must maintain a high enough markup profits (aka dealer fees) disguised as the manufacturers were granting fran- political donations that Big Auto and on each Honda, so that your dealership government fees, dealer pre-installed chise agreements to too many dealers — Car Dealers give politicians make the remains profitable. accessories and switching the customer ”overdealering.” Too many car dealers NRA look small by comparison. ■ Nozzle Nolen sanitizes Dress for Success names first responders’ vehicles three to board of directors

You might know Nozzle Nolen Dress for Success Palm Beaches ence and communications for the Florida for its pest control services. wants job candidates to look their best Region. She began her association with But the West Palm Beach com- for interviews. DFSPB in 2019, volunteering to co-chair pany also goes after germs, includ- And to further its mission to empower the relaunch of its Professional Women’s ing the highly contagious corona- women to achieve economic indepen- Group (PWG), a networking and ongoing virus. dence, the nonprofit career development initiative for clients Nozzle Nolen recently treated has voted three new who have completed the organization’s the Riviera Beach Police Depart- leaders to fill vacan- job readiness programs but want to add ment’s vehicles with its Dis- cies of its 15-member knowledge about financial literacy, worker Mist Disinfectant Service, which board of directors. rights, coworker relationships and other destroys germs, viruses and bac- Fran Etienne, Feli- issues. teria. cia Matula and Erika With a 20-year career as an accounting “Right now, being a police offi- Williams have joined professional in the hospitality industry, cer is tougher than ever,” Paul COURTESY PHOTO the organization, Ms. Matula is chief financial officer of Pin- Sugrue, Nozzle Nolen technical A Nozzle Nolen technician sanitizes a vehicle with which is marking its WILLIAMS nacle Hotel Management, which oversees director and IPM specialist, said the company’s DisMist Disinfectant Service. 10th anniversary of operations of 19 hotels including Court- in a statement. “We want to show service. yard by Marriott, Homewood Suites by our first responders how much we Ms. Etienne, a Hilton, and Residence Inn, among others. appreciate them being here for us.” high-touch areas, then applying a hos- certified profes- A former member of the Planning & Zon- Nozzle Nolen donated its DisMist pital-grade sterilant in the form of a sional coach, heads ing Commission for the Village of Royal Disinfectant Service to ensure officers mist to sanitize. her own West Palm Palm Beach, Ms. Matula is a volunteer for have peace of mind while they continue “Today our police officers are very Beach-based firm, nonprofits, such as The Junior League of to work on the front lines during the excited about the vehicle sanitization etn coaching + con- Palm Beach, American Cancer Society COVID-19 pandemic. because they’re transporting passen- sulting, which advis- — Relay for Life and Labrador Retriever “For our officers, their cars are their gers in these cars every day and they es well-established Rescue of Florida Inc. In joining DFSPB, offices, and they’re in them 12 hours a don’t know if those passengers are car- corporations, bud- MATULA she also was voted treasurer. day,” Riviera Beach Police Major Josh rying COVID-19,” Riviera Beach Mayor ding entrepreneurial Ms. Williams holds dual positions in the Lewis said. “Today, with what’s going Ronald Felder said. “Nozzle Nolen has businesses, and indi- corporate offices of Office Depot in Boca on with the pandemic, it’s very difficult truly gone above and beyond to show viduals who are on Raton. She is manager of credit market- to feel safe. This sanitization process their support and concern for our com- the leadership track. ing and also is president of the compa- gives our officers a feeling of assurance munity, and we thank them.” Prior to founding ny’s Women of Color Associate Resource that their cars are free of germs and Founded in West Palm Beach in 1951, etn, Ms. Etienne was Group. A marketing professional for more viruses.” Nozzle Nolen Pest Solutions is a fam- at Comcast for four than 20 years, she is xone of the 80-plus Nozzle Nolen’s DisMist Disinfec- ily-owned and operated pest control years, hired as the volunteers who help DFSPB throughout tant Service is a two-step process that company serving South Florida and the first-ever manager the year on various programs and special involves a technician wiping down Treasure Coast. ■ of employee experi- ETIENNE events. ■ PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE A15

Grocery stores, another essential busi- ness, also have seen increased demand. BUMP At Wynn’s Market in Naples, officer Jeff From page 13 Wynn said that while the overall cus- tomer count has been down, individual grocery bills spiked as people stocked “Since this whole thing started we’ve their pantries. The pandemic has also gone from zero to 60,” said Vince Mol- lifted the sales of specific products such nar, owner of Riverland Nursery in as chicken and yeast. Fort Myers. “We are several percentage “We cannot keep yeast on the shelf points above where we were last year, at our store,” Mr. Wynn said. “You can and last year we were busy.” only buy one thing of yeast right now Along with garden centers, busi- because everyone’s baking at home.” ness for food delivery and takeout has Historically, Wynn’s deli has been swelled — though for some restaurants popular, but during the last few months that usually has depended on sit-down without the regular lunch crowd, the service, which has amounted to pea- meat and produce departments have nuts. Imbibing also has become more seen more business. popular than ever, with the internet “Those foods that people are wanting full of cocktail suggestions, such as the to cook at home have become the major “Quarantini,” a regular martini served departments at this point in time,” Mr. during quarantine. Home cooking, such Wynn said. as grilling out and making bread — with The store remains “highly proactive” social media posts helping fuel the fire in terms of health and safety such as — also led to a sales surge at some gro- masks for employees and paying for cery stores. additional cleaning services. While Mr. Molnar said he was forced to some customers have questioned the close for about a week in March, but practice, the response to Wynn’s safety measures has mostly been positive, Mr. since then has been inundated with COURTESY PHOTO customers “old and new.” The nursery’s Jeff Lingelbach has been the managing partner of the Palm Beach Gardens Ace Hardware for Wynn said. 10-acre property allows for social dis- almost 30 years and has seen total sales “up a little bit.” “We’ve had customers say to our tancing, and offers a place to get out of managers down on the floor, ‘Why are the house for some fresh air. you doing this? You’re overreacting.’ ed even more as “We’ve been grateful for the support,” And what we’ve told our managers and people respond- Mr. Molnar said. “… It’s just the sheer employees, we have these masks on for ed to orders to volume of plant material we’ve sold has your protection and our protection. But stay home from been incredible. I’m actually placing the we have a lot more positive responses. bars and reduce largest order of plant material I’ve ever And most of all people feel safe seeing occupancy in res- placed in our business to replenish us. that. Our take on that is we can never taurants. They’re coming in three big truckloads overact when it comes to the safety of “So we saw an from Miami this weekend (May 16 and our customers and the safety of our immediate spike 17). I walk around, I’m like, ‘There are employees as well.” in sales then and no plants.’” Food delivery and take-out services that has really Hardware stores, like plant nurseries, have become one of the defining aspects not slowed up also offer plenty of materials that people of pandemic life, but for many local since,” Mr. Kelly use at home. restaurants that usually offer fine din- said. “It’s also “We’re doing better than most and ing, that’s crumbs compared to normal gone up every probably not as good as some,” said business. time over the Joe Lingelbach, managing partner of “I think we didn’t do that bad,” said last two months Palm Beach Gardens Ace Hardware. Klaus Bokelmann, manager of Black where the news “Ace Hardware is considered an essen- Forest Restaurant in Naples. “For a res- of the day feels COURTESY PHOTO tial business. Not only do we sell pro- taurant that doesn’t specialize in take- more urgent or ABC Fine Wine & Spirits has been busy during all of this. Sales are up. tective things like masks and gloves outs, we did pretty well, I’d say.” puts people in a and disinfectants, but toilets, electrical “Since people have been locked up so place where they and plumbing (supplies). So during the long, there is a strong urge to go out,” think, ‘I may have shutdown, if you have issues with your service is down. he said in mid-May. “Business is up and to stay at home a lot longer.’” home, you still need to be able to get “We’ve seen a lot of people,” said Air I believe this is going to continue over “Pantry shopping” surged with cus- them fixed. So I think that’s why we are Trek owner and pilot Dana Carr. “A the next few weeks. But I believe after tomers stocking up on more or larger doing better than most. lot of new customers who have never that it’s going to be a struggle.” bottles of alcoholic beverages than they “Areas that we’ve seen the biggest chartered a private jet before are find- The publicly traded technology-based usually would. ABC sales are “up by increase actually is in our paint depart- ing they’re much more comfortable in company Bite Squad, an app that offers a considerable amount” between mid- ment. It seems like a lot of people who a private flight situation than flying on on-demand food ordering, announced March and mid-May, even with reduced shelter in place want to paint. And Ace the airlines. an expansion in the Fort Myers and staff in stores. ABCs efforts to keep is the perfect store for people doing “And, of course, a lot of them have Naples area. surfaces such as baskets and bottles repairs.” related questions as to sanitation, secu- “In the last two months alone, (it) cleaned, encourage social distancing, Too, the Palm Beach Gardens Ace has rity, things to that nature. We’ve been added more and more local eateries and the staff rule that requires face been selling out of plexiglass for busi- able to adequately meet their demand to its platform from many indepen- masks and other measures have also ness owners making safety panels for and hopefully gained a lot of future cus- dent neighborhood restaurants, as well helped bring in new customers, Mr. cashiers, and the barbecue accessories tomers as well, repeat customers.” as several well-known chains,” a May Kelly believes, because they feel safe section also is doing brisk business. While some charters to tourist des- news release read. “In total, Bite Squad going in the stores. Overall transactions were down over tinations were canceled, such as those now has more than 320 Fort Myers and But not every ABC store has seen the last several months for this Ace to Key West and the Bahamas, people Naples partners from which to choose.” increased sales. Some of those near store, but total sales are up “a little bit” booked longer flights for travel to places Across the United States, the company theme parks, beaches and typically tour- in spite of reduced staff and hours. such as the Midwest United States and experienced a decrease in overall orders isty areas hit hard by the lockdown “We’re looking forward,” Mr. Lingel- Canada. in mid-March, but reported that orders have seen a decline in sales. Mr. Kelly bach said. “Of course we have hurricane “And, of course, being a longer flight, “rebounded” near the end of March and said that ABC management has, for two season coming up, and a lot of people they’re higher in revenue-generating continued to grow in April. Average months, had a daily meeting to address will want to be preparing themselves for than a short flight down to the keys,” daily orders for the first quarter of 2020 how to move forward during the pan- that. With the coronavirus, we’re still Mr. Carr said. were 37,576. Average daily orders for demic. wishing everybody who walks in the Air ambulance flights were down April 2020 were approximately 44,700, “We’re expecting the sales will stay store will wear masks.” from last year because the company a 19% increase over first quarter 2020. high and we will see this kind of guest Stores deemed essential by state or typically flies patients from Florida to According to research on U.S. Census activity for the next couple of months,” county governments began to see a rehabilitation centers up north. Since data by Quartz (www.qz.com), retail he said. “We think it will level off a rise in customers after Florida began there was a shortage of tests available, spending in many categories of busi- little bit but we just don’t know what to slowing and shuttering many business- the rehab centers temporarily stopped nesses was hit hard, as expected. That expect in the fall. es starting in the middle of March. accepting patients from Florida. includes clothing, auto parts, food and “We’re taking it as it comes and we’re That has, not without some controversy, In terms of overall revenue, this year drinking establishments, furniture, elec- very in tune with what the government included liquor stores. has been a “mixed bag,” Mr. Carr said, tronics and sporting goods. is saying on a daily basis, what health “We actually started to see the with overall business roughly on track But the category of food and bev- officials are doing on a daily basis.” increase I would say the second week for a normal year. erage stores overall rose 26% in the Along with drinking and gardening, of March, when we started looking at Looking forward, Mr. Carr is hoping United States in March compared to booking private jets has also become numbers that were definitely out of the vacation charters will come back strong. last year. Internet commerce was up more popular, at least among those ordinary,” said Sean Kelly, chief market- “A lot of our charter customers have 6%. Building materials and garden with means. At Punta Gorda-based Air ing officer of ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, expressed a lot of interest in going as equipment and supply stores saw a Trek Inc., which operates seven jets, the a family-owned Florida company that soon as the travel bans are lifted,” he said. 10% rise. And health and personal care company’s private charter business has operates 126 stores across the state. “Especially on the luxury travel side of it, stores were up 6%. ■ increased, although its air ambulance On St. Patrick’s Day, that accelerat- I think there’s huge pent-up demand.” PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY REAL ESTATE

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STEVE DIETL/NETFLIX ILLUSTRATION IMAGE; / FLORIDA ERIC WEEKLY RADDATZ If bread is the staff of life, then art, culture and education are nourish- ment for the soul. And after two months of limited offerings, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, many area cultural insti- tutions are beginning to take their steps toward reopening. Here’s a glance: South Florida Science Center STREAMING It was a happy Memorial Day weekend for the South Florida Sci- ence Center and Aquarium, which reopened with a limited capacity May 22. Existing members will receive a 3-month extension to make up for time lost, the Science Center said. — you are not alone All guests and staff are required to wear masks when indoors (excluding guests 2 and under), and visitors are BY ERIC RADDATZ asked to bring their own as none will

X be available onsite. Everyone will be We are all in eraddataz@fl oridaweekly.com asked to practice social distancing, If you are watching Jason staying 6 feet apart with extensive this together F YOU ARE SITTING ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT Bateman in the signage and floor decals to help. right now wondering just how Marty Byrde “The safety of our staff and guests is going to survive his latest move operating Netflix series “Ozark” right is the No. 1 priority, so we have and we are as a money-launderer for a Mexican drug now, you are developed a comprehensive safety lord, you’re not alone. The character, played not alone. plan which includes hand-sanitiz- all watching — by Jason Bateman, is a financial planner ing stations, regularly disinfecting who has relocated his family from Chicago to the all surfaces every hour and much together Ozarks on the Netflix series “Ozark.” The series has more,” Kate Arrizza, president and been in the top 20 streaming the nation for the last CEO of the Science Center, said in a two months, according to Reelgood, a company that statement. “As a mother of two, I do SEE STREAM, A24 X not want to take any chances, so we have pulled out all the stops when it comes to safety. I am looking forward to taking this step of getting back to normal and am grateful we are able to keep opening every mind to sci- ence.” Science Center educators will be performing live shows daily at the brand-new Cox Amphitheater outside on the Fisher Family Sci- Kravis offers month of online arts classes ence Trail. Shows will feature liquid nitrogen, combustion, pressurization ______FLORIDA WEEKLY STAFF class sessions starting at 10 a.m. for stu- on, online learning to performing arts and other favorites all summer long. dents interested in singing, dancing, act- students from some of the best instruc- Guests can bring picnic blankets and The Kravis Center wants kids to Bring ing and behind-the-scenes production. tors and technicians in the business, even lunch. Down the House. The highly interactive, 45-minute if we can’t physically be together,” Tracy The pricing structure for reopen- The performing arts center will offer classes are limited to eight children Butler, director of education for the Kra- ing is $11.95 for adults, $7.95 for chil- a lineup of online live performing arts per class and tailored for 9- to 12-year- vis Center, said in a statement. “All of us dren, over 3, $9.95 for seniors and classes for theater-loving students look- old students. Bring Down the House is at the Kravis Center miss teaching and members and babies under 3 being ing for something they’ll love to do or designed for all facets of performing arts preparing students for their next steps in free. Those prices include miniature else they might actually bring the house and has a new topic each week. the theater world, and these classes are down. The virtual classes will take place “We are delighted to provide hands- SEE HAPPENINGS, A23 June 1-26 via the Zoom platform with SEE KRAVIS, A22 X X A20 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 www.FloridaWeekly.com PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY COLLECTOR’S CORNER Every bit of history leaves its mark on a piece

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Part of the joy of collecting for me is pondering an object’s backstory. COURTESY PHOTO Those morsels of history are what Tom and Donna Kenty proudly display pieces give people and things character. of cranberry glass they collected while living I was thinking about that as I looked in the greater Boston area. at a Van Briggle Pottery bowl I acquired this spring from The Lord’s Place’s hail from the Boston area and love Joshua Thrift Store in West Palm Beach. showcasing the cranberry glass they’ve It was filled with shells — there proba- collected over the decades. bly also is a story to go along with them. These pieces are “items that we col- Van Briggle, founded in 1899, was one lected during our 41 years in the greater of the country’s oldest potteries, lasting Boston area. They are displayed above until 2012. our main entrance in our home in Fort And the Colorado company was born Myers as a reminder of our New Eng- out of tragedy. SCOTT SIMMONS / FLORIDA WEEKLY land era.” ABOVE: This 9½-inch Van Briggle Pottery bowl probably dates from the mid-20th century. Artus Van Briggle, born in Ohio in The glassware is beautiful and it BELOW: The double A’s of Artus and Anne Van Briggle’s first names were part of the marking. 1869, studied painting in Paris. serves as a reminder of happy times But his passion was pottery. elsewhere. Does it get any better than He went to work for the famed Rook- Anne remarried a few years later, but remained with the company until 1910, that? wood Pottery in Ohio but was diag- nosed with tuberculosis at age 30. That when she leased the pottery and moved Share your treasures! was a virtual death sentence at the turn to Denver, where she died in 1929 at age 61 after pursuing her passion for Please email a clear photo to of the 20th century. [email protected] and tell He and his wife, Anne, moved to Col- painting. The Van Briggles’ story ended long me the story of how you acquired the orado, where it was thought the moun- piece and what makes it interesting or tain air and sunshine were curative. ago, but their work endures. And each piece bears a mark of dou- special to you. I will share these with The clay in Colorado Springs was other readers — think of it as show and what he needed to create the matte ble A’s, linking their initials for all time. tell in the time of social distancing. glazes for which his company became A colorful souvenir of Boston Maybe this will remind us that we’re famous. But his success was short-lived not so far apart after all. ■ — Artus died in 1904 at age 35. Tom and Donna Kenty of Fort Myers REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO R ch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watch Me. Join Me. Watc O REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO REDD.GO

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It didn’t take long for declarer to see that the contract was pretty hope- less. Given the bidding, East obviously had all six clubs, and he would just sit there and wait for his three club tricks. South regretted his failure to double five clubs, which would have gone down at least four tricks. Upon further thought, though, South realized there was a real possi- bility of making the contract, and since SHUTTERSTOCK PHOTO no other line of play had any chance of John and Mable Ringling began construction on what is now the Ringling Museum in 1924. success, it was worth trying. So he ruffed the diamond lead, being careful to trump with the eight. He then played the A-K of hearts, not- The Ringling Museum ing that both defenders followed suit. Next, he cashed the A-K-Q of spades, is the house the circus built and when everyone again followed suit, it looked as though the miracle Circus mogul John Ringling and his But the Ringlings didn’t get to enjoy would actually take place. wife, Mable, had dreams of transforming their work for long — Mable died in 1929 Declarer now made his bid for fame their little corner of Sarasota into a Vene- and John followed in 1936. Thanks to the and fortune. He led the deuce of hearts, tian fantasy. Great Depression, John’s $200 million for- In 1911, they bought 20 acres of water- tune dwindled and he wound up in debt. and West, whose hand had been shorn front property, and went on to buy more But John bequeathed the property to of everything but diamonds and the land, eventually owning 25% of the prop- the state of Florida and eventually, the heart jack, had to win the trick. If he erty in Sarasota. state took control in 1946 and began car- next led the ace of diamonds, declar- another club. West won but again had In 1924, construction began on their ing for the buildings. In 1948, the museum er would discard a club, and would to lead a diamond, and the contract was Venetian Gothic palazzo, Ca’ d’Zan, or used John’s circus memorabilia to open then discard two more clubs on West’s home. “House of John” in the Venetian dialect, the first Circus Museum and in 1950, forced return of another diamond to Why did South trump the opening with Sarasota Bay serving as their Grand the museum purchased the elements of dummy’s Q-J-10. diamond lead with the eight? Because Canal. It was completed in 1926 at a cost an 19th century theater in Asolo, Italy, West tried to extricate himself from he needed to preserve the deuce as a of $1.5 million. The 36,000-square-foot installing them and opening what is now his hopeless position by leading a low sure way to force West into the lead. house has 41 rooms and 15 bathrooms. the Asolo Repertory Theatre in 1957. diamond. Dummy won the trick as Otherwise, West might have dropped John built a 21-gallery museum mod- The museum is closed because of declarer discarded a club, but South the J-10 of trump under the A-K to eled on the Uffizi Gallery in Florence that COVID-19, but there is much to see on returned a diamond and discarded avoid being endplayed. ■ opened in 1931. the Ringling website: www.ringling.org. ■

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■ June 22-26: Stagecraft — Instruc- tors include Kravis Center techni- KRAVIS cian and designer Shawn Lawson and From page 19 professional costume designer Penny Williams. In Stagecraft, kids will get a behind-the-scenes look at the techni- just one of the many things we are doing cal elements of theater that make all of to stay connected to them.” their favorite shows possible. Working Bring Down the House dates, topics with several technical theater profes- and instructor descriptions are as fol- sionals, they will learn about lighting, lows: set design, costuming, sound and stage ■ June 1-5: Acting Up — Mono- makeup through fun activities using logues, taught by Niki Fridh. Ms. Fridh, everyday items around the house. a multiple award-winning actress based Students can sign up for one week in South Florida, leads this class for of virtual classes within a specific dis- children who were born to be perform- cipline for $100 or they can register ers. She provides a fun and educational for all four weeks for $400. To register class to help students sharpen their for Bring Down the House, visit the Kra- skills through interactive theater games, vis Center website at www.kravis.org/ improvisation and scripted performanc- classes and students will receive a web es. Students will learn to use their voic- code for the virtual arts classes. es, bodies and imagination to create The Kravis Center also offers pri- vate coaching and voice classes for interesting and fun characters for the COURTESY PHOTO stage. Bak Middle School of the Arts and ■ June 8-12: The Play’s the Thing — Dreyfoos School of the Arts auditions Playwriting, taught by Matt Stabile. The generating an idea, creating a character, theater dance class where you will not in theater, dance, communications, Play’s the Thing is designed for young writing and rewriting scripts, and per- only focus on dance technique, but stu- piano and vocal performance, Monday creatives looking to take their stories forming their original monologues and dents will explore various dance styles through Friday, per the teaching artists from the page to the stage. Mr. Sta- scenes. used in Broadway shows. The young availability. Any child ranging from bile, artistic director of Theatre Lab, the ■ June 15-19: Dance it Out! — artists will get to train and refine their elementary to high school students can professional resident company at FAU, Musical theater dance, taught by Lind- performance skills, all while paying participate. leads this class in creating original work say Bell. Ms. Bell is a dancer, actor, special attention to connecting to the The coaching classes will be done using the basics of playwriting. Draw- singer and choreographer who has audience and telling the story through one-on-one via the Zoom platform and ing inspiration from existing fairy tales performed, toured and choreographed movement and emotion. This class is are $65 per one hour of coaching. To and classic children’s stories, He will at many prestigious theaters and stadi- for the young performing artist who sign up for the coaching classes, please guide students through the process of ums in America and Canada. She pro- wants to further their passion and tal- visit www.kravis.org/classes to regis- vides an active and engaging musical ent for the stage. ter. ■ Kravis names Boca resident to board

The Kravis Center board of directors research and Jewish Endelson founded Signature Interior history from the University of Wis- has elected Boca Raton resident Sherry organizations. At the Inc. in South Florida 20 years ago, a consin. Ms. Endelson and her husband, Endelson for a three-year term. Kravis Center, Ms. boutique design firm now known as Ken, a real estate developer, have three Jeffrey Stoops was re-elected board Endelson has served Iconic Interiors, which specializes in children and seven grandchildren. They chairman. Other officers re-elected for on the Development high-end residential and commercial are members of Palm Beach Country 2020-2021 were John Kessler, vice chair; Committee. She and renovation projects. Originally from Club and are currently designing and Sherry Barrat, vice chair; Joseph Sanch- her husband, Ken, New York, she earned a degree in art building a new home in Palm Beach. ■ es, vice chair; and James Harpel, secre- are Kravis Center tary. Board member David Lambert was Founder members, elected treasurer. Stephen Brown was ENDELSON have supported the designated life trustee after completing Kravis 2020 Capital the maximum term as a board member. Campaign and have been Kravis Center PUZZLE ANSWERS Mr. Stoops was enthusiastic in Gala sponsors for several years. Ms. announcing Ms. Endelson’s election to Endelson has taken leadership roles and the board. supported The Norton Museum of Art, “She has extensive nonprofit leader- American Friends of the Israel Museum, ship experience and has been an active Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, member participant in regional, national and of the International Director’s Council international charities for more than of the Guggenheim Museum, Board of three decades,” he said in a statement. Regents of the Hebrew University, The “Sherry has been involved with the Promise Fund of Florida, MorseLife Kravis Center for many years and with Foundation and Pine Crest School. She her passion for the arts and education is active in Jewish causes as a member she will be an exceptional asset to the of Temple Beth El in Boca Raton, Jewish board and the overall success of the Federation of Palm Beach County, Jew- Kravis Center.” ish Federation of South Palm Beach as Ms. Endelson supports a broad range a King David Society donor, member of of organizations with a focus on the arts, Lion of Judah and the Jewish Women’s education, health and wellness, medical Foundation. An interior designer, Ms.

THE DELIVERY DISH: Highlights from local takeout menus The Dish: Chicken vindaloo and tan- doori chicken of the Palm Beach Outlets. The Place: Indus Indian Cuisine, 1649 A double order of the tandoori chick- Forum Place, Suite 6, West Palm Beach. en was tender and juicy, with just the 561-635-2014 or www.indusdine.com. right amount of heat. The Prices: The chicken vindaloo The single order of chicken vindaloo was was $15.99. The large order of tandoori served spicy as requested. It was packed chicken was $20.99. A side of garlic naan with bits of chicken and potato and the was $3.99. vinegary curry sauce was flavorful and The Details: A friend and I were filled with plenty of its trademark garlic and starved for Indian fare, but didn’t feel like dining in a restaurant. chilis. Our neighborhood Indian spot can be Indus is open for dining in. For take- bland, especially for takeout. It was rainy, out, the restaurant was fully staffed with and our go-to place was miles out of masked and gloved servers standing by the way. Still another favorite remained for curbside pickup. ■ closed because of the pandemic. — Scott Simmons, Then we remembered Indus, just east [email protected] SCOTT SIMMONS / FLORIDA WEEKLY PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT A23 HAPPENINGS From page 19 golf on the Conservation Course. The updated pricing reflects a limited opening of exhibits. This first phase of reopening includes the aquarium, Science on a Sphere, select statues from Hall of Heroes, the Science Trail, miniature golf on the Conservation Course and pro- gramming in the new Cox Amphitheater. For more information on Science Cen- ter programming, call 561-832-1988 or visit www.sfsciencecenter.org. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Muse- um will reopen May 30. Guests can enjoy exploring the historic grounds, climbing the 1860 lighthouse — Palm Beach Coun- ty’s oldest existing structure — and visit- ing the gift shop. During this first-phase reopening, the Lighthouse & Museum will limit days and hours of operation to: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, with the last lighthouse grounds admission at 3 p.m. Visitors must wear a mask while climb- ing or waiting to climb the lighthouse, at the entrance and in the gift shop. Only 10 lighthouse climbers will be permitted at a time and social distancing is required throughout the site, including at the top. The Lighthouse & Museum will host COURTESY PHOTO two members days — May 28-29 — to The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum will reopen May 30, with reduced days and hours. welcome back supporters of the nonprof- it’s preservation efforts prior to the public opening. Anyone interested can become a member on those days by signing up in the gift shop upon arrival. Membership includes free admission year-round, but those joining or renewing will receive an additional three months in celebration of the 160th lighthouse anniversary. Mem- berships at the Family level or above will receive a special red lighthouse umbrella as a gift. The History Museum, Tindall Pioneer House and Keeper’s Workshop exhib- its will remain closed during this phase because of the limited interior space. Guests will receive a museum voucher for a complimentary return visit when the museum reopens at a later date. COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY PHOTO Palm Beach Opera associate principal coach Ksenia Leletkina and apprentice artist David Anderson Guided and group tours will not be Aida Wen was the recipient of a 1954 Dante perform a Franz Lehar aria as part of the opera’s “An die Musik” series, available online. Paolo Regazzoni violin, courtesy of Palm offered during the initial reopening, but vis- Beach Symphony. itors may download the Lighthouse smart- ing spaces within the Loxahatchee River ment options at the museum store and phone app with audio tours of the historic District’s property (approximately 25%). lobby desk. For the time being, there will For tickets and additional information, grounds in English, French or Spanish. A Entrance will be at the side gate to the be no docent tours or scheduled pro- visit www.pbopera.org. “Charlie Pierce” children’s tour option also east of the welcome center with a greeter grams. is available on the free app. table for brochures and donations. The For information, visit www.boca Palm Beach Symphony Additional safety measures include fre- exit will be on the small trail leading to museum.org. The area’s resident orchestra, Palm Pineland Nature Trail. quent cleaning and sanitizing throughout Palm Beach Opera Beach Symphony, also has stayed busy, the day, hand sanitizer stations at strategic Organized groups of fewer than 10 peo- pushing forward with opportunities for locations for guests, and staff require- ple will be permitted, but will need to Palm Beach Opera’s season was cut music education. The education team has ments to wear face coverings. schedule before arrival. Group tours of short, courtesy of coronavirus, stifling compiled free music education resources For more information and details on fewer than 10 people will be available by a production of Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene for students of all ages, including instruc- what visitors need to know before arriv- appointment. Onegin.” tional videos for orchestral instruments, ing, visit www.jupiterlighthouse.org/ In alignment with the state’s reopening, But that doesn’t mean the opera has been online music activities, and lesson plans plan/hours-ticket-prices-directions- the sanctuary is: silent during this pandemic shutdown. for teachers. For information, visit www. include-special-notices/. ■ Pausing public programs Schubert composed a song titled “An palmbeachsymphony.org/programs/edu- ■ Prohibiting access to indoor spaces die Musik,” the title of which literally cation. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary and picnic areas translates as “To Music.” Also, the symphony has given Aida Busch Wildlife Sanctuary has reopened For more reopening information, please With that in mind, the opera offers its Wen, a high school senior attending the — with a few changes. visit the sanctuary’s website at www.bus- own version of “An die Musik,” a weekly American Heritage School on a full schol- The sanctuary is following best practic- chwildlife.org. series online of performances of arias arship, with a 1954 Dante Paolo Regazzoni and songs. A recent offering featured es from the Centers for Disease Control Boca Museum violin. and Prevention and is participating in the apprentice artist David Anderson, a tenor, Ms. Wen is a 2020 Palm Beach Post State of Florida’s Safe. Smart. Step-By- The Boca Raton Museum of Art plans and PBO associate principal coach Kse- Pathfinder Award Nominee in the instru- Step Plan for Florida’s full recovery from to reopen June 3. nia Leletkina, on keyboard, performing mental music category. She was a mem- COVID-19. The new public hours will be 11 a.m.-7 the aria “Dein ist mein ganzes Herz” ber of the South Coast Youth Symphony The sanctuary has resumed general p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, with early mem- (“You Are My Heart’s Delight”), from Orchestra, the premier youth orchestra in operating hours 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon- ber mornings starting at 10 a.m. Thurs- Franz Lehar’s 1929 operetta “Das Land Southern California, and since moving to day-Saturday, with a limited guest count, day- Saturday. The museum also will des Lächelns” (“The Land of Smiles”). Florida five years ago, she’s been a mem- additional sanitizing, social distancing offer free admission to all guests through To watch these performances, visit www. ber of the Youth Orchestra of Palm Beach signage, extra hand sanitizer stations and September. vimeo.com/pbopera. County, where she currently sits as con- increased health and safety policies. Addi- The museum says it will follow guide- And it has extended its 5% discount certmaster of its Philharmonic Orchestra. tionally, both sanctuary staff and volun- lines regarding capacity limits and has on subscription tickets for the 2020- As the lead violinist of the West Palm teers will be required to wear face cover- created a robust cleaning and sanitizing 2020 season through June 1. The season Beach division of Limitless Horizons of ings. The sanctuary also asks visitors to schedule. Masks will be required (with features performances of Puccini’s “La Florida, she led an orchestral ensemble in wear face coverings and practice social a limited number of masks available for Boheme,” Jan. 15-17; Bizet’s “The Pearl a charity performance, raising money for distancing. purchase in the museum store), and staff Fishers,” Feb. 26-28; Bellini’s “The Capu- children in poverty in rural, mountainous Staff or volunteers will be stationed at will adhere to social distancing guidelines lets and the Montagues,” March 21 (at regions of China. the gate and in the parking area to greet in all galleries and during check in. There Eissey Campus Theatre), and Mozart’s She plans to continue her musical stud- guests and regulate capacity require- will be hand sanitizing stations placed “The Magic Flute,” April 9-11. All perfor- ies at Vanderbilt University in the fall. ments guest capacity will be limited to throughout the museum. Additionally, mances are at the Kravis Center, unless For more information on the symphony, guests parking in designated guest park- there will be cash-free and touchless pay- otherwise noted. visit www.palmbeachsymphony.org. ■ A24 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 www.FloridaWeekly.com PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY

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Plenty 7 Money Heist Sugar Man” Mrs. Maisel” of others are watching on the edge of 8 Ozark »“Mindhunter” » “Poldark” their seat with you, including April Flo- 9 After Life »“Liza, the Fox » “Anything Jim rio, a Florida actress living in Melbourne 10 Killing Eve Fairy” Gaffi gan” who lists it in the top three things she’s 11 Hollywood watching now, along with “Dead to Me” 12 Dead to Me John Scoular Flyin Brian and “How to Get Away with Murder.” 13 DAVE »“Last Kingdom” » “Extraction” “It sounds like I need to get out of the 14 The Last Kingdom house after the coronavirus — based off »“Waco” » “The Invisible 15 What We Do in the Shadows Man” of the names of my first two picks,” she »“Money Heist” 16 Outer Banks “Scoob!” admits. “‘Ozark’ is exciting because it can » 17 Bosch Erica Sample be uneventful and depressing like regular 18 Breaking Bad “The Offi ce” Patrick Nolan life, then they throw something surpris- » 19 Westworld »“Disney’s Prop » “UC Berkley ing or scandalous or nauseating in there Culture” Integrative Biology to make sure you haven’t fallen asleep,” 20 Defending Jacob »“Empire of 131 — Lecture 01: Ms. Florio says. 21 The Midnight Gospel Dreams: The Story Organization of Marc Collins also is watching it along 22 Game of Thrones of the Star Wars Body“ with her, just 200 miles away in Fort 23 Solar Opposites Trilogy” » “Applied Psychology, Yoga Myers. “Ozark” is also in his top three 24 Outlander Psychology & The Enneagram” streaming shows right now too, which 25 Community he says is “intense.” He also has been Sarah Owen 26 Vikings Mike KIniry streaming “Hollywood” and “The Wind- »”Billions” 27 Unorthodox “Better Call Saul” »“Picard” sors,” which he says was beautiful, hilari- » 28 Stranger Things »“Dead to Me” »“Community” ous and fun. »“Stein’s Gate” Ask any of your best friends what 29 Better Call Saul 30 Fargo Amanda Hildeman they’re watching and you will get some “The Great” Lori Oliver great suggestions and good starting SOURCE: REELGOOD.COM » points for conversations. You will also see » “What We Do in »“Listen to your channel,” a drama miniseries based on the Shadows” heart” some similarities. Broadway actress from Raddatz’s book “The Long Road Home: A »“Motherland Fort »“The Voice” Naples, Erica Sample, and Fort Myers Story of War and Family.” I concur. Salem” »“The Baker & The NBC-2 anchor Brenna Weick, are tuning Nevertheless, no matter what you’re Beauty” into something together, although apart, watching, one thing is certain: Along with Tim Hart admitting to me they are both loving the popularity and demand of stream- “So Black Sails” Simone Cuccurullo “The Office” right now. They know they ing content, which has increased since » are not alone. The characters, originally “Billions” »“The Last Dance” many have been staying in, there has » created by Ricky Gervais for a previous “The Last »“Outer Banks” been an increase in channels upping their » British TV version, became an American Kingdom” »“Dave” offerings. What appears necessary is the mockumentary sitcom television series need to feed the beast that has been cre- set at a paper company in Scranton, Brad Cozza Naomi McDougall ated. Even with Hollywood nearly shut Pennsylvania. It’s been a Netflix favorite down at present, services are finding new “Ozark” Jones » of millions for years and is soon leaving things to buy and offer. Some distribu- “Money Heist” »“Mrs. America” » the Netflix platform to stream exclusively tion companies are looking to the film »“Bird Box” »“Killing Eve” “Tiger King” on Peacock. festivals that were planned but now have » The numbers and charts are showing been cancelled, and finding films that Brenna Weick that more feel-good comedies are getting Martha Raddatz are looking for viewers. Some produc- »“Dead to Me” more play during these dire times than tion companies have cancelled theatrical “Ramy” »“Middleditch & » ever before. premieres and are going straight to VOD. “Fauda” Schwartz” » “Saturday Night Live” alum Jerry Others are digging up old classics and ”Unbelievable” »“The Offi ce” » Minor, and ABC-7 reporter Simone Cuc- shows some surely have forgotten about, curullo (one from Los Angeles and the letting viewers know that now they can April Florio Rachel Burttram other from Southwest Florida, and no, watch new-to-streaming content. And »“Dead to Me” »Masterclass they don’t know each other) are both plenty are just coming up with new »“How to get away workshops watching “The Last Dance,” a 10-episode content. New services are still springing with Murder” (gardening & space series chronicling the details of basket- exploration). up, including HBO Max, which starts its “Ozark” ball superstar Michael Jordan and the services May 27, and Peacock, a subscrip- » “Who Killed » Chicago Bulls’ final year on top during its Malcolm X?” tion VOD by NBCUniversal, which is set Mayela Rojas 1997-1998 season. The ESPN original doc- to launch July 15. » “Shameless” »“0utlander” umentary streamed only to subscribers, Disney+ has promised us the original “Cable Girls” but now it’s being rerun Saturday nights theatrical musical “Hamilton” to stream » Jason Parrish “Hollywood” on ABC television for the next several on its service July 3 (yes, with the original » Regional theater » weeks. It has received comments from cast, including Lin-Manuel Miranda), as productions from dozens of basketball greats, who also Marc Collins around the country. well as snapping up the NatGeo series watched alongside Minor and Cuccu- “The Right Stuff,” which was shot in Flor- »“Ozark” “ Masterclass” » rullo, virtually of course, each separately ida and produced by Leonardo DiCaprio’s »“Hollywood” “The West Wing” » with their respective quaranteams. Inter- Appian Way and Warner Horizon Script- »“The Windsors” views occurring after its original broad- ed Television. The series stars Fort Myers Rick Johnson casts in April and May from many who Nate Foy actress Rachel Burttram, who plays Betty » “Hunters” played alongside and against the greatest “The Outsider” Grissom, wife of astronaut Gus Grissom. » » “30 Rock” basketball player of all time (sorry, LeB- Burttram, who also performs virtually “Escape at » » “What We do in ron fans) are also being offered to view- Dannemora” three days a week on “Tiny Theatre” with the Shadows” ers on various other channels and morn- “Big Little Lies” her husband, Brendan Powers, admits » ing shows. Cuccurullo also lists Netflix’s she is streaming some faves right now Guy Ragosta “Outer Banks” on her list, which is also as well. Besides streaming Masterclass Jerry Minor “Hunting Hitler” in the top 20 of what is being screened workshops, she is watching “Who Killed » “The Last Dance” » » “Better Call Saul” right now. Minor also likes “Vanderpump Malcom X,” as well as “Shameless,” star- »“Vanderpump Rules” and “Killing Eve,” in case you were ring William H. Macy and Emmy Rossum Rules” » “Homeland” wondering. in a Showtime series about Chicagoan “Killing Eve” » ABC News reporter and Chief Global Frank Gallagher, a single dad, who when PHOTOS COURTESY OF STREAMERS Tamara Pigott Affairs Correspondent Martha Raddatz not at the bar spending what little money has just binged “Fauda,” a film about a “World On Fire” he has, is passed out on the floor with his » top Israeli agent coming out of retire- “Baptistery” children finding ways to grow up despite » ment to hunt for a Palestinian fighter him. “Miami Vice” » he thought he’d killed. She also tells me This week alone, quite a few movies she “can’t wait for season 2 of ‘Ramy.’” and programs are fresh to streaming, and For good measure, she reminded me that especially if you think you’ve seen it all, “everyone should watch the 8-part mini- maybe give some of these a try: series ‘The Long Road Home’ on NatGeo PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY www.FloridaWeekly.com WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT A25

■ “I Will Make You Mine” in a good arts & crafts store and create beloved park. Co-created with Gram- club and finds herself reassessing every- An official selection of the 2020 Fort themed projects, getting inventive and my Award winner Josh Gad (“Frozen,” thing in her life, from her career to her Myers Film Festival, it was to premiere competing to take home special prizes. “Book of Mormon”), Loren Bouchard friends and family. The cast includes at SXSW this year. The film follows three Set to stream on HBO Max when it drops and Nora Smith (“Bob’s Burgers”), the Weruche Opia (“Inside No. 9”), Paapa women who could May 27. 20th Century Fox Television show fea- Essiedu (“Kiri”), Aml Ameen (“Yardie”), tures a wide range of musical styles by Adam James (“Belgravia”), Sarah Niles not be more different ■ “We Are One: except they all have contemporary guest composers. The (“Catastrophe”), Ann Akin (“Philip K. one thing in com- A Global Film Festival” star-studded voice cast includes Max- Dick’s Electric Dreams”), Harriet Webb mon — their flawed So many film festivals have been can- millian Robinson, Kristen Bell, Tituss (“Plebs”), Ellie James (“Giri/Haji”), romantic history with celled and Burgess, Tony Shalhoub, Andrew Ran- Franc Ashman (“Peep Show”), Karan musician Goh Naka- postponed nells, Fred Armisen, Phil LaMarr and H. Gill (“Flesh & Blood”), Natalie Walter mura (as himself). that there is Jon Benjamin, to name a few. (“Horrible Histories”) and Samson Aje- When Goh comes into a real void “When Josh charged into my office wole. in the indus- with the idea for an animated series town, their pasts come ■ “Lost in America” roaring back, putting try. But not about a family that lives in Central Park him in the middle of to fear. On we didn’t totally know what that meant, Former homeless youth and Navy vet- three attractive potential partners. Star- May 29, you other than it would also be a musical,” eran Rotimi Rain- ring Lynn Chen, who makes her filmmak- can tune into recalls Bouchard. Gad, the powerhouse water directs this ing debut with this feature, Ayako Fuji- select films from 20 film festivals from voice of Olaf and Elder Cunningham, film about the epi- tani, Ayami Riley Tomine and Yea-Ming around the World, including Sundance, was looking to create a storytelling demic of youth Chen, this is the third film in an indie Toronto, Tribeca, Cannes and more. musical vehicle. “There will always be homelessness in trilogy started by Dave Boyle and slated The 10-day digital festival, organized great music in an animated series, but America. Slated to to stream to VOD on May 26. 1h 19m. by Tribeca Enterprises, will feature I really wanted to do a show where the hit streaming ser- some of the best festivals’ curations story cannot be told without the use vices June 9, the and is planning to benefit the World of song; where the characters express film explores the Health Organization Covid-19 Solidarity themselves emotionally and the story wealthiest country Response Fund. Oh, and you don’t have is driven by the use of songs,” said Gad. in the World, where to fly anywhere. Of course, it will not be “It was an ambitious idea, but Loren’s 4.2 million home- the full lineup of great films that each of response was beyond enthusiastic!” less teenagers need these festivals were planning, but it will a voice to speak up for them. By show- be a great option for indie film lovers ■ “I May Destroy You” ing the realities of life on the streets, the who can screen these for free at www. This series set to stream on HBO doc includes celebrities and politicians youtube.com/WeAreOne. Max on June 7 takes a strong look who have been homeless themselves at the question of or have been advocates for the cause. HBO MAX IMAGE Lauren Riihimaki, a YoutTube influencer, hosts ■ “Central Park” sexual consent in With interviews from Jewel and Rosario “Craftopia” a kids arts competition on HBO From the creators contemporary life Dawson, executive producers Jon Bon Max to stream starting May 27. of “Bob’s Burgers” within the realms Jovi, Halle Berry, Sanaa Lathan and more, and set to stream of dating and rela- the project has captured the attention of on Apple TV+ May tionships. Star- dozens of organizations that are trying to ■ “Craftopia” 29, the animated ring Michaela Coel make a difference. 1h 33m. ■ Kids get creative and crafty in this com- 10-episode season (“Chewing Gum”) petition that is executive produced and series sees the Til- as Arabella, who is — Eric Raddatz is the Presentation hosted by Lauren Riihimaki, a YouTube lermans’ daily lives in danger of becom- Editor at Florida Weekly, host of the influencer with over 8.9 million subscrib- during a time when ing destructive and indie film series T.G.I.M. and the found- ers. On the show, 9- to 15-year-old contes- New York City self-absorbed. She er of Fort Myers and Naples Film Festi- tants get carts full of paper, glitter, glue might consider sell- gets something vals. Know of a great film coming out and just about anything else you’d find ing the world’s most slipped in her drink in a London night- soon? Email him. A26 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEEK OF MAY 28-JUNE 3, 2020 www.FloridaWeekly.com PALM BEACH FLORIDA WEEKLY PUZZLES FIRST-CLASS ATHLETES ▼ SEE ANSWERS, A22 HOROSCOPES SUDOKU GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A nities for busy Librans. However, be very special skill. And this week, you’ll Difficulty level: change of mind might not necessarily sure to balance your workload with have several chances to show off that be a change of heart. You still want your personal life so that you don’t gift for a very special person. Good ★ to go ahead with your plans, but you overdo it on one end or the other. luck. Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that might see a better way to make them each row across, each column down and each small 9-box SCORPIO (October 23 to Novem- PISCES (February 19 to March 21) square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. happen. So go for it. ber 21) A former critic could make That streak of Piscean wariness should CANCER (June 21 to July 22) An a surprise turnaround and become a serve you well this week should you be By Linda Thistle old business dispute could re-emerge supporter. But if your Scorpion sense among those who come up against a and possibly affect upcoming negotia- suspects a questionable motive, who slippery character offering a fishy deal tions. Consider opening up the situa- are the rest of us to doubt it? with nothing to back it up. tion to include suggestions from oth- SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to ARIES (March 21 to April 19) ers on both sides of the issue. December 21) Data on a new project Your Aries self-esteem level is high, LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some seems less than dependable. But it as is your impatience to see more Leos and Leonas might find it some- might turn out to be just the opposite. action come your way in the work- what difficult to get their ideas accept- Consult with someone who knows place. Good news, Lamb: It could start ed or even considered. But that’s only how you might best be able to check to happen sooner than you think. it out. for a while. Things will soon return to TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) the way you like them. CAPRICORN (December 22 to Changing things now could upset a lot VIRGO (August 23 to September January 19) Capricorneans face many of people. But if you feel you’re acting 22) The pace seems to be slowing decisions this week, with the Sea Goat’s because you believe it’s the right thing down from the hectic on-the-job run kids rating high on the consideration to do, others will understand and even you recently enjoyed. But be assured scale, especially regarding vacations come to support you. and upcoming school matters. that you’re still in the race to pick up BORN THIS WEEK: You have an new workplace-related goodies. AQUARIUS (January 20 to Feb- artist’s sense of how to help others see, LIBRA (September 23 to October ruary 18) Showing that you care is as you do, the beautiful things about ▼ 22) Seasonal changes create opportu- what Aquarians do so well. It’s your the world. ■ SEE ANSWERS, A22

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It’s summer and there’s a coronavi- rus pandemic, but that has not slowed things down at Lighthouse ArtCenter in Tequesta. After being closed for several weeks, the ArtCenter has reinvented its sum- mer programs with a one-of-a-kind “Super Summer & Fantastic Fall” (June 1-Oct. 17) art exhibition and “ArtCamp in a Box” (June 1-July 31). The art exhibition includes work created by nationally acclaimed pup- peteers, FX animation engineers, and concept originators, including Cart- er Goodrich, who gave us characters for “Finding Nemo,” “Despicable Me” and “Shrek.” COURTESY PHOTOS With current CDC COVID-19 proto- LEFT: Janeen Mason with puppets on loan cals in place, the interactive exhibition from Maltz Jupiter Theatre. boasts a MakerSpace where visitors can get creative using animation software, ABOVE: An Illustration by artist and instructor 3D printers, laser cutters and art supplies. Fernando Porras. The main gallery displays life-size puppets from award-winning plays created video games for “Surf’s Up,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Wiz” animation for “Veggie Tales,” “National and a puppet making station for visi- Geographic World,” “Highlights Hidden tors to create their own puppet. In con- around them with lessons by the Light- “Through conversations with our Pictures,” Microsoft Word’s “Clippy” junction, “ArtCamp in a Box,” for ages house ArtCenter’s instructors. Camp young artist community and their par- character, as well as best-selling picture 6 through 12, combines independent ends on Friday with a virtual show and ents, we heard that students need cre- books and more. Current CDC COVID- exploration, some parental supervision, tell, allowing the students to share what ative outlets now more than ever. They 19 protocols will be followed. For the and three optional instructor-led Zoom they created. For more information, visit also needed opportunities beyond the safety of others, masks will be required sessions, to encourage a nurturing envi- www.LighthouseArts.org. computer or tablet,” Ms. Tritico said in while in the gallery. ronment for questions and sharing. The arts are vital to the well-being of the statement. “That’s why we designed Visitors and camp participants are Each week, participants receive “Art- the community, organizers say. ‘ArtCamp in a Box.’ The camp is one- encouraged to share their experiences Camp in a Box” by mail or curbside pick- “We are so thankful for the generos- of-a-kind, and the exciting lessons take by tagging @lighthousearts and using up, which includes everything needed ity of these amazing artists who have you on a journey that stretches as far as the hashtags #LighthouseArtCenter, for the week. Monday opens with a sur- allowed us to share an exhibition that is your imagination, from the comfort of #SuperSummer, #ArtCampInaBox, prise character design project, created offered no-where else in the country,” wherever you might be.” #LACArtCamp on Facebook, Instagram especially for the Lighthouse ArtCenter, curator Janeen Mason said in a state- As local families venture out into pub- or Twitter. by one of the artists on display at the ment. lic once again, they can visit the Light- Lighthouse ArtCenter is in Gallery gallery. Throughout the week, kids cre- Maria Tritico, director of education, house ArtCenter Gallery to see illus- Square North, 373 Tequesta Drive; 561- ate their own characters and the world agreed. trations from the brilliant artists who 746-3101 or www.lighthousearts.org. ■ Send in your write stuff for Round 3 of our fiction challenge

BY CINDY PIERCE minimum word count. And no poetry, cpierce@fl oridaweekly.com thank you. Use upper and lower case, never ALL CAPS. Round 2 of the 10th annual Florida Run every entry through Spellcheck. Weekly Writing Challenge wrapped up Ideally, you can have a real person with more than 30 submissions sent in other than yourself proofread it as well. by writers from Port Charlotte to Singer Put a brief description of the photo Island and even Erie, Pa. Inviting you that inspired each entry — for exam- to craft short stories based on photo ple, “palm tree sky” or “vine-covered prompts selected by our editors, the brownstone” for this round’s prompts challenge began back in 2010 as a way to — at the top (just in case it’s not obvi- provide some distraction during the dog ous to our editors). Also at the top: your days of summer and hurricane season; full name, phone number, email address for obvious reasons, we decided to start and city/state you live in. early this year. Give your masterpiece a title and For Round 3, you have until 5 p.m. then email it, either attached as a Word Sunday, June 7, to send us your original document or simply pasted into the fiction inspired by the photos shown message area, to cpierce@floridaweek- here. We’ll run the same prompts next ly.com. week and then, in our June 10 edition, This is important: Put the words introduce two new prompts for Round 4. WRITING CHALLENGE in the subject We’ll continue with a new round every line of your email. You will receive an two weeks. We hope you step up and acknowledgment of receipt. write to whichever prompts stir your Snail mail offerings cannot be con- creative muse. Just be sure to do it by the sidered. deadline specified for each round. Questions? Email cpierce@flori- We haven’t declared an end date daweekly.com. We’ll get back to you. ■ (although you can count on the challenge going through summer and early fall at least) or a grand prize yet (last year’s first-place win- ner had her choice of an online Gotham Writers Workshop course, about a $500 value). Here’s how it works: In each round, you can submit one story or two, but only one for each photo — and noth- ing that combines the prompts into one story. Keep your entries to a maximum of 750 words each, please. There is no ERIC STRACHEN / FLORIDA WEEKLY JANE PIERCE / COURTESY PHOTO COMMUNITY RESOURCE

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